Cleaning & Prevention
Keeping a regular preventative maintenance schedule with your hygienist and Dr. Dbouk helps you prevent not only tooth decay and periodontal disease but also avoid costly procedures and extra time in the hygiene chair.
A regular home prevention routine usually consists of brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least once per day. But did you know there are other tools to make taking care of your mouth a little easier? Depending on your needs, there are special toothpaste, rinses, and even flossing aids that can help you keep your smile bright and healthy for years to come. Seattle Dental Studio can help you find the best tools to enhance your daily hygiene routine making your professional cleaning appointments shorter and less stressful.
Your cleaning visits will include the following:
Digital X-Rays
Seattle Dental Studio uses digital x-rays, the most current dental-imaging technology. They serve the same purpose as standard x-rays, but reduce radiation exposure by 80-90%. They’re also rendered faster and are able to be viewed immediately on a computer. Because of this, they can be easily enlarged for better viewing or conveniently emailed.
Generally, Dr. Dbouk only need to take a full set of x-rays every three years, and bite-wing x-rays (top and bottom side teeth that bite together) during regularly scheduled check-ups. More x-rays may be required occasionally, depending on individual patient needs.
Oral Cancer Exam
Early detection and treatment of oral cancer significantly increases the chance for successful treatment. The American Cancer Society reports that more than 7,000 deaths result from oral cancer out of the 30,000 annually diagnosed cases. How many of these deaths could have been avoided with an oral cancer exam and early detection? Oral cancer often doesn’t manifest with the usual signs of cancer. A professional screening from Seattle Dental Studio can help detect cancer in its early stages for a greater chance of success.
Teeth Cleaning
Even with regular brushing and flossing deposits of mineralized plaque, known as tartar, can adhere to areas of the teeth. These deposits create a nice home for millions of harmful bacteria. Left unchecked, they flood toxins into the gums resulting in devastating chronic problems, even resulting in the loss of teeth. When tartar is removed at your professional hygiene appointment, it doesn’t have the opportunity to produce irreversible damage. We use professional instruments and prescription strength polishing paste that gently buffs away stain and plaque, leaving your teeth ultra-smooth and shiny.
Home Care
Maintaining a healthy smile depends on what happens between your visits with us. Good home care habits can be established by anyone committed to carving out a few minutes each day. Like regular exercise, consistency is the key to building a healthy habit. Brushing twice a day for at least two minutes and flossing once a day is the standard for ideal home care.